Contramont, Grenilles

Amphibian spawning site1 haObject number FR96

Protected perimeter on the national map

swisstopo national map showing the protected perimeter of Contramont (Amphibian spawning site)
Official swisstopo national map. The coloured area shows the perimeter: Amphibian spawning site Contramont.

Location and surroundings

Contramont is an amphibian spawning site in Switzerland. The site lies near Grenilles. It covers 1 ha. In the federal inventory it carries object number FR96. Within 25 kilometres there are 8 further protected sites. The figures come from the federal inventory and are updated at each revision.

Other parts of this object

In the federal inventory this object is split into several parts. Each one has its own page and its own map.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Contramont?

Contramont lies near Grenilles. The coordinates are 46.7301, 7.0557.

How large is Contramont?

The site covers 1 ha according to the federal inventory.

Amphibian spawning site: what is it?

Amphibian spawning sites are waters where frogs, toads and newts breed. Many species are threatened in Switzerland.

Is Contramont protected?

Yes. The site is listed in the federal inventory and is therefore of national importance.

Which town is Contramont in?

Contramont lies near Gibloux. The town page collects every protected site around Gibloux.

Which protected sites are near Contramont?

The closest are Les Dailles (2 km), Sur Plan, Les Cases (4 km) and La Neirigue et la Glâne (4 km).